There's nothing logical but something magical about the Transition Smuggler. On paper it shouldn't really work. On dirt it's a different story.
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Watch Rachel Atherton popping her shoulder back in
Latest Atherton Diaries vlog contains footage of Rachel dislocating and then relocating her shoulder. Skip to the 11m 30s mark.
Mountain biker dies after breaking leg at Hamsterley
34 year old Richard Jennings died five days after a fall on a steep descent at Hamsterley Forest that saw him break his leg and wrist.
Two new flat pedals from OneUp Components
Two new pedals from OneUp. One is a 12mm-thin aluminium flat pedal and the other is a 18mm-thick composite plastic pedal.
Arrivals: this week’s new stuff in for review
The shiniest goodies showcased for your delectation. Our weekly sneak peak at the exciting new products that have arrived at MBR HQ.
BMC Trailfox AMP 01 LTD first ride
Two years in development, the BMC Trailfox AMP ebike is finally ready. A showstopper at Eurobike the Trailfox AMP is powered up and ready to shred.
7 unanswered questions from Fort William
It's not just the endless hand-wringing over wheel size that people are debating. There was loads of other controversial stuff from Ft Bill.
The MET Roam enduro helmet
Details of the new MET Roam helmet that's designed to be a ideal for enduro racing whilst retaining real-world trail riding practicality.
Stan’s No Tubes Arch MK3 wheelset review
A significant update over the original Arch EX, the Stans Arch MK3 uses a wider rim, taking the internal width to 26mm to help maximise tyre volume.
Giant Rail MIPS helmet review
It’s fair to say that the emergence of MIPS (Multi-directional Impact Protection System) boosted riders’ awareness of helmet safety, and the possible dangers caused by rotational impacts. It’s now increasingly…
New Shimano shoes for enduro and downhill
The new Shimano shoes: Shimano GR9 flat, Shimano GR7 flat, Shimano GR7W flat, Shimano AM901 clipless and Shimano AM701 clipless.
New clipless and flat pedals from Shimano
The new pedals are: Shimano Saint M820 clipless pedals, Shimano Saint M828 flat, Shimano XT M8040 flat and the Shimano GR500 flat.
Dirty Deals: shoes, carbon cranks, Oakleys and much more
The calendar has firmed clicked over to June and mountain bikers are playing some bigger daytrip adventures. Here's some bargains to help you out...
Sealskinz Dragon Eye MTB Ultralite glove review
When Sealskinz brought out the waterproof sock it almost revolutionized wet weather mountain biking in the UK. Working on the other extremities became the obvious next step and currently Sealskinz…
2Toms Buttshield review
Chamois creams and their ilk are a delicate area - literally. 2Toms Buttshield isn't actually a traditional chamois cream. It's better than that.
Two reasons why a 29er will win at Fort William
The Fort William round of the 2017 World Cup Downhill was always going to have a 29er aspect to it but here's why a big wheeler will win.
Claudio course preview: chasing a 29er
Everyone's favourite bit of any World Cup is Claudio Caluori's course preview POV vids. Here he is at Fort William chasing Jack Moir's Intense 29er.
Nukeproof Sam Hill Series grip review
Sam Hill needs no introduction. The Antipodean ripper has been a household name for well over a decade and has deftly turned his hand to any form of racing. Currently…
SRAM Eagle XO1 groupset review
SRAM Eagle is the new 1X drivetrain with distinctive 12-speed 10-50t cassette and chain hugging, X-Sync 2 chainring. How does it ride?
Bontrager Troslo inForm Liner Bib short review
As the weather turns warmer and the evenings lighter there are more reasons to get out on the trails. Evening blasts require less kit than a weekend epic and so…